The City of Stirling recognises the important role art plays in the creation of a liveable, vibrant and prosperous city. We support and advocate for Western Australian artists and are committed to a best practice approach to the development of a strong, sustainable creative economy.
2026 Artists in Residence announced
Artists in Residence 2026 | 20 July – 27 September 2026 (T3)
The City of Stirling is proud to announce the next cohort of artists who will undertake residencies across the City.
Six artists working across a range of practices and mediums will take up residence in five studios located in community facilities within Scarborough, Waterman’s Bay and Osborne Park. This cohort, all women, were chosen from a competitive field of artists who had expressed their interest in the program.
The City’s biennial program has supported 15 artists to date and continues to provide opportunities for artists to develop their practice through the provision of studio space, an artist's stipend and materials allowance, mentoring and professional development along with community-building activities.
For more information about the artists, their studio hours, an opportunities to get involved visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au/AIR
Image description: Artists in Residence cohort for 2026 (T3) left to right: Sheree Dohnt, Jenni Vacca, Amanda Kendle, Rebecca Ryan, Claire Davenhall and May Kee Cheah. Photo credit: Miles Noel Studio.
Arts opportunities
Creatives + Connections: Lost in Space Series
Created to anchor artists in physical, digital, and personal space. Continue the conversation over a wholesome meal of vegetable soup and crusty bread.
Read on for more information and to secure your tickets. For additional enquiries, email arts@stirling.wa.gov.au or call the Arts team on (08) 9205 8555.
Promotional Space
Thursday 23 July, 5.30pm – 7.00pm | Stirling Leisure – Scarborough Beach Community Centre
How do artists promote themselves and their practice effectively? Navigating this physical and digital space whilst maintaining studio time, boundaries and one’s sanity is challenging! Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre Audience and Engagement specialists Prudence Riley and Kassandra Zaza will share knowledge and skills in this dynamic space.
Public art expressions of interest
Are you an artist or landowner looking to create a mural in the City of Stirling?
Murals are a great way to bring colour and life to empty walls, floors, fences and utility infrastructure. They can tell stories, highlight social issues, provide commentary, create a sense of place or simply bring beauty to a location where there was none.
Throughout the year, the City works with a number of community groups and businesses to deliver murals to bring life and vibrancy to an area. Before you get started on your mural project, there are some things to consider.
Read the City’s handy Mural Guide to find out more, and reach out to the City's Public Art Officer on 9205 8555 or at art@stirling.wa.gov.au for any mural enquiries.
Image: 'Daydream Club' by Kyle Hughes-Odgers.
